Events in Guadeloupe

One of the highlights of Guadeloupe is the carnival.

If you stay in Guadeloupe during the months of January, February and March, you will have the opportunity to discover the carnival and its parades.

Carnival in Guadeloupe, a party gathering young and old around songs and dances. Do not miss the opportunity to attend and participate in this Caribbean holiday.

Carnival

Enjoy the festive atmosphere of carnival during your stay in Guadeloupe.

During the day, crossing the different communes of the island, you will be immersed in the atmosphere and carnival festivities. You can share fabulous moments with locals. Do not hesitate to meet them to see the reverse of the carnival decor: making of the sublime costumes, but also the rehearsal of shows and parades.

On the fat days of the carnival, the colourful parades continue until Ash Wednesday with the death of Vaval, king of the festival.

Don’t miss the Pointe à Pitre Grand Parade on Fat Sunday. You’ll need to arrive early to be in the best position possible.

Must-see places during the carnaval

Outside the carnival, you will have all the leisure to enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the Grande and the Basse Terre, between water sports, hikes, and relaxation during this special time of year:

• Pointe des châteaux at Saint-François.
• "Route de la Traversée" which will take you to the Mamelles Park.
• The magnificent botanical garden of Deshaies.
• The magnificent panorama of the cliffs of Porte d'Enfer and Pointe de la Grande Vigie at Anse Bertrand.

Ready for a colorful trip in your rental car? Go to Guadeloupe during the festival!